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The end of each motion at each joint is limited from further movement by particular anatomical structures. The type of structure that limits a joint has a characteristic feel, which may be detected by the therapist performing the passive ROM. This feeling, which is experienced by the therapist as resistance, or a barrier to further motion, is called the '''end-feel''' | The end of each motion at each joint is limited from further movement by particular anatomical structures. The type of structure that limits a joint has a characteristic feel, which may be detected by the therapist performing the passive ROM. This feeling, which is experienced by the therapist as resistance, or a barrier to further motion, is called the '''end-feel''' | ||
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A proper evaluation of end feel can help the examiner | |||
* To assess the type of pathology present | |||
* To identify the limiting structures and choose focused and effective treatment | |||
* Determine a prognosis for the condition | |||
* And learn the severity or stage of the problem | |||
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End-Feel[edit | edit source]
The end of each motion at each joint is limited from further movement by particular anatomical structures. The type of structure that limits a joint has a characteristic feel, which may be detected by the therapist performing the passive ROM. This feeling, which is experienced by the therapist as resistance, or a barrier to further motion, is called the end-feel
Purpose[edit | edit source]
A proper evaluation of end feel can help the examiner
- To assess the type of pathology present
- To identify the limiting structures and choose focused and effective treatment
- Determine a prognosis for the condition
- And learn the severity or stage of the problem
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